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What to Expect From the SEC’s Upcoming Crypto Roundtable on May 12

As crypto regulation continues to evolve, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to host its fourth dedicated crypto roundtable — this time, with a strong focus on the convergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). Scheduled for May 12, 2025, this event could set the tone for how tokenization is handled in future regulatory frameworks.

Here are five key takeaways about what’s coming:


1. A Continued Commitment to Dialogue — But Still No Concrete Action

The roundtable, titled “Tokenization – Moving Assets Onchain: Where TradFi and DeFi Meet,” will be held both in person and virtually. While these meetings have become an important part of the SEC’s outreach to the crypto industry, they remain largely exploratory. Despite growing interest and momentum, the sessions have yet to yield firm policy outcomes. However, they do offer a vital window into how regulators are thinking.


2. SEC Leadership Sets the Stage

The conference will open with remarks from several high-profile SEC figures, including Chairman Paul S. Atkins, Richard B. Gabbert, Commissioners Crenshaw and Uyeda, and Hester M. Peirce, who leads the SEC’s Crypto Task Force. Peirce, often dubbed “Crypto Mom” for her balanced views, is expected to spotlight the transformational role tokenization could play in modern finance.

“Tokenization is a technological development that could substantially change many aspects of our financial markets,” Peirce said ahead of the event. “I look forward to hearing ideas from our panelists on how the SEC should approach this area.”


3. Industry Titans Are in the Room

This roundtable isn’t just regulators talking amongst themselves — some of the biggest names in crypto and finance will be joining the conversation. Panelists from major institutions like Fidelity and BlackRock will share their views, offering real-world insights on how tokenization and staking could reshape the financial ecosystem.

Notably, BlackRock has recently been in direct discussions with the SEC Crypto Task Force, highlighting the importance of private-public collaboration as these technologies mature.


4. Open Access for the Public

In a nod to transparency, the SEC has made this session accessible to anyone. You can attend in person at SEC Headquarters in Washington, D.C. (with prior registration via the SEC website), or simply tune in to the livestream hosted on their official site. The event will run from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET.


5. More to Come — But Time Is Running Out

May’s roundtable isn’t the end of the conversation. A final session, titled “DeFi and the American Spirit,” is scheduled for June 9. That event will mark the conclusion of this current series of meetings, making the May 12 roundtable a potentially pivotal moment for shaping the future of U.S. crypto regulation.